Easy Pork Ramen Stir Fry
A quick and savory stir fry that turns simple ramen noodles into a complete family meal.
recipesbynani.comThere is nothing quite like a big bowl of noodles to make dinner feel special on a busy weeknight. This pork ramen stir fry is a favorite in my house because it is fast, colorful, and packs in plenty of fresh vegetables alongside those comforting ramen noodles.
My best tip is to get your pan nice and hot before you add the pork. This ensures the meat gets a lovely brown color and stays juicy instead of steaming in the pan.
🧺 Ingredients
- 2 packages instant ramen noodles, seasoning packets discarded
- 1 pound ground pork
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 large bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced into thin coins
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- Green onions for garnish
- Toasted sesame seeds for garnish
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Boil the ramen noodles according to the package directions, but cook them for one minute less than suggested so they stay firm. Drain and set aside.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and rice vinegar to make your stir fry sauce.
- 3
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium high heat.
- 4
Add the ground pork to the skillet and cook until it is browned and no longer pink, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
- 5
Add the broccoli, bell pepper, and carrots to the skillet with the pork. Stir fry for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- 6
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 7
Add the cooked noodles to the pan and pour the sauce over everything. Toss well for 2 minutes so the sauce coats the noodles and meat evenly.
- 8
Serve immediately topped with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
💡 Tips
You can keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. If the noodles soak up too much sauce, just add a splash of soy sauce or water when you reheat them. This dish is also great for cleaning out the vegetable drawer, so feel free to toss in snap peas or baby corn.
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